2003 $1 Silver Proof - 50th Anniversary Korean War

The 2003 fine Silver Proof coin commemorates the 50^th Anniversary of the end of the Korean War (1950-1953), and honours the memory of those who died, as well as honouring those served in the war and until the withdrawal of the Australian Forces in 1957.

The coin design background of vertical lines replicates the stainless steel poles which are a major feature of the design of the Australian National Korean War memorial in Canberra.  The ‘Dove of Peace’ is shown between the floral emblems of South Korea and Australia.

The coin is encapsulated and slate grey has been chosen for the interior and the exterior of the presentation case.  The coin is accompanied by a descriptive booklet that includes a Certificate of Authenticity and is protected by a beauty box.  The Australian National Korean War Memorial in Canberra is featured on the front of this outer box. 

Denomination - One Dollar

Composition - Fine Silver (99.9%)

Weight - 11.66g

Diameter - 25mm

Worldwide Mintage Limit - 15,000

Mint - Royal Australian Mint